Insurance,the BenefitsCome join us at Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) and BEC Fiber, where we are lighting the grid to empower our members!

Help us Reimagine Rural America!

Bandera Electric Cooperative proudly distributes electricity to more than 28,000 members and more than 39,000 active meters across seven counties in Central Texas. BEC Fiber, a division of Bandera Electric Cooperative, began offering 100% fiber broadband in 2017 and currently provides fiber internet service to more than 10,500 subscribers in eight counties in the Texas Hill Country.

Why work for BEC?

We offer Highly Competitive Wages and a Generous Benefits Package!!

Health, Life, and Disability Benefits (no waiting period – benefits start on the first day)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a generous employer contribution of $3,250 for Individual medical coverage and $6,500 for Family medical coverage
• Company-paid Employee Life insurance and Business Travel Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability plans
• Supplemental Life and AD&D insurance options

Retirement Benefits

• 401(k) employer match
• Pension plan

Additional Benefits

• PTO – Accrue 180 hours/4.5 weeks of PTO per year to start
• 10 Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym reimbursement for you and your spouse

The OSP Engineer is responsible for developing broadband routes and advises on potential issues relating to code clearances, easement restrictions, permitting, etc. Initiates and maintains communication with property owners on the service route to ensure understanding of the project. Utilizes various industry software systems to effectively develop service plans and maintain mapping and customer records. Ensure communication with appropriate contractors on service plans and requirements for homes and businesses. Responsible for collaborating with other teams for documentation, training, and instruction requirements as needed.

Essential Job Duties:

• Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping system to develop staking sheets for construction
• Maintain ESRI-based Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping system
• Perform field staking of the final route per Fiber to the Home (FTTH) design specifications
• Perform verifications and updates to fiber counts on maps and records
• Initiate and maintain contact with property owners on the service route to ensure understanding of the project
• Ensure communication with contractors regarding design plans and requirements for service drops to homes and businesses

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience:

1-3 years experience in fiber engineering and construction management; field construction management with preference to both inside and outside plant fiber construction.

Working Conditions:

The work environment for this position is typically a fast-paced indoor office setting. The individual in this position handles multiple tasks, performs complex or varied tasks, and must have precision and attention to detail. The individual in this position is responsible for direct control of their work pace and is under close supervision. Must be able to follow instructions and may be requried to work alone or in a group. This position requires the ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines while dealing with multiple tasks. The work schedule for this position may include irregular hours and overtime and may require travel.

Physical Requrirements:

The physical requirements for this position include the ability to perform sedentary work while frequently sitting in an office chair. In order to communicate with team members, read documents, and work with computer systems the individual in this position should have the ability to communicate verbally, eyesight including color vision, near vision, spatial perception, or other adequate means to effectively communicate and conceptualize information necessary to effectively perform job responsibilities.